Description

The Virginian (Paramount, 1929). Linen Cloth Banner (35.5" X
118").
Gary Cooper and Walter Huston prepare to duel it out in this
incredible stone litho banner, a one of a kind piece that is making
it's Heritage debut. Not many theaters ordered banners like this
for their displays, meaning that only a few were ever printed, and
this is the only remaining copy of which we are aware. A fine early
Western showcasing the considerable talents of a Cooper, this was
the picture that instantly elevated him from a strong leading man
to a full-fledged superstar. Cooper was initially nervous to take
part in his first talking picture, but his fears were groundless,
as audiences responded as favorably to his resonant voice as they
had to his rugged good looks. A great piece for collectors, this
banner shows edge wear, tears in the borders and interior, foxing,
and staining. There is some loss to the material in the borders
which can extend slightly into the blue background. There is a
snipe included, but not attached, for a local showing. Folded,
Fine.